Atmosphere and Biosphere

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the system that contains all living things on Earth, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What are the four systems of the Earth?

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The four systems of the Earth are the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere.

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What does the prefix 'bio-' mean?

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The prefix 'bio-' means 'life'.

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What is an example of something that is NOT in the biosphere?

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Rocks are NOT an example of something in the biosphere.

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What is the geosphere?

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The geosphere refers to the solid parts of the Earth, including rocks, minerals, and landforms.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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How do the systems of the Earth interact?

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The systems of the Earth interact through processes such as the water cycle, carbon cycle, and energy flow.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the atmosphere?

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The atmosphere is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth, essential for weather and climate.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What role do plants play in the biosphere?

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Plants are primary producers in the biosphere, converting sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere encompasses all water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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How does the biosphere depend on the atmosphere?

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The biosphere depends on the atmosphere for essential gases like oxygen and carbon dioxide, which are vital for life.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3